Oversight
GAO says government failed yet another financial audit
Comptroller General David Walker says if government was a corporation, investors would be talking about the need for a "major shake-up."
Defense
Senate takes up spying powers bill without immunity deal
Legislation would limit the Bush administration's anti-terrorism powers.
Pay & Benefits
TSP officials hear from participants on interfund restrictions
Some react negatively to a proposal to set a monthly limit on transfers, but officials are intent on moving forward.
Defense
Congress quietly revises 'Buy America' rule for Defense materials
Restrictions stipulating domestic metal for defense hardware are eased from 2008 defense authorization bill.
Defense
Budget still in limbo as recess awaits
Second breakdown in as many years looms as Bush signals he will sign bill if war funds are included.
Defense
llinois delays law prohibiting use of DHS employment verification system
DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff has publicly criticized the measure.
Defense
Military Health System debuts new Web presence
New site offers medical personnel, soldiers and families easier accessibility to essential information.
Oversight
Bush: Congress should pass one-year continuing resolution if budget talks fail
President signs one-week extension of existing CR, buying lawmakers more time.
Oversight
Source says Iraq IG searched e-mails to find press leaks
Ex-employees said they believed messages were reviewed to monitor their activities or to assess their loyalty.
Defense
Congress cuts funds for traditional Defense satellite programs
Conferees strongly support Air Force efforts to develop small, affordable satellites.
Oversight
Web site on federal grants, loans and contracts debuts
OMB says USASpending.gov will improve government transparency.
Pay & Benefits
Job Corps kicks off YouTube recruiting campaign
Labor Department training program tailors advertising to students.
Defense
Pentagon holiday decorating comes with restrictions
For three weeks a year, holiday spirit allowed at Defense Department offices.
Oversight
Congressman expects FDA to shelve lab consolidation plan
Insiders say labs the agency originally slated for closing have been neglected in terms of resources and staff.
Defense
Sources: FBI investigating Iraq inspector general
Some claim the IG and aides violated federal law by accessing e-mail accounts of agency employees.
Pay & Benefits
Last-Minute Tips
A checklist for those about to move on to the next phase of their lives.
Defense
House backs big increase in contractor oversight
Massive defense authorization bill also includes 3.5 percent military pay raise.
Tech
GSA information chief takes business approach to technology
Voice over IP, HSPD-12 and enterprise architecture top 2008 agenda.
Oversight